philosophy
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Our Identity Crisis is Here
Nearly 250 years after its founding, the United States is facing its greatest crisis yet. The crisis is not who’s in the White House, but of identity—our shared beliefs and values that inspire hope and goodness for ourselves and others. Continue reading
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A Vision for a Just and Inclusive Future
In a time of polarized thinking and pursuit for power, we have a better vision of the future. Continue reading
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Finding Hope when Good is Evil and Evil is Good
There is an age-old question that burdens every generation in their time, “Why does evil exist in the world?” The most simplistic conclusions rarely provide a complete picture and often leave us with unsatisfying answers. Continue reading
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Responding to Domestic Extremism Through Nonviolent Resistance
Today, we face new threats of extremism that threaten to disrupt and erode personal freedom and peaceful coexistence. These growing dangers require alternative approaches to the use of force with a new generation of brave soldiers. In time, their quiet… Continue reading
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Holistic Leadership: Balancing Personal Power and Community Good
The freedom to live purposeful unobstructed lives is what humanity has been striving to achieve across time. Deep within our souls, we long to break free from the bonds of oppression and the circumstances that create suffering, pain, and exploitation.… Continue reading
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A Homily of Hope: Reality Meets Possibility
Hope without action is nothing more than restless fantasies. Hope in action and faith propels us to a better tomorrow—together. Continue reading
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The Question of Our Time: Who do We Hope to Become?
Today we find ourselves at the fulcrum of a new evolutionary leap. It has the potential to build upon the pragmatic, relativistic, and systematic thinking that has shaped our modern human existence. We stand at a moment where we are… Continue reading
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The Power of Empathy in Creating Change
Turning our attention to the complex problems of the past and the present is the beginning of creating and committing to new solutions. Illuminating hope begins with shining light on violence and injustice against humanity, wherever it may be found. Continue reading
Matt Till 